Making a Will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family and make sure your wishes are followed after your death. A professionally prepared Will can provide clarity about what should happen to your property, money and possessions, while helping to reduce uncertainty for the people you leave behind.
Our Wills solicitors in Peterborough provide clear, practical advice to individuals and families who want to make a new Will or review an existing one.
Whether your circumstances are straightforward or you need to consider more complex family or financial arrangements, we will take the time to understand what matters to you and help you put the appropriate provisions in place.
If you have been putting off making a Will or are unsure whether your existing Will still reflects your wishes, our team can help.
Call us on 01733 896789 or email hello@fmtsolicitors.co.uk to arrange an initial appointment.
Everyone’s circumstances are different, which is why your Will should be tailored to your individual wishes, family and financial position.
Our solicitors can advise you on:
We will explain your options clearly and make sure you understand the effect of the decisions you make before your Will is finalised.
Without a valid Will, your estate will generally be distributed according to the rules of intestacy. These rules determine who can inherit and may not reflect how you would have chosen to distribute your estate.
Having an up-to-date Will allows you to record your wishes and decide who should benefit from your estate.
A Will can also enable you to choose who will be responsible for administering your estate, appoint guardians for children where appropriate and make specific gifts to people or organisations that are important to you.
Putting these arrangements in place can provide valuable certainty for you and your family.
Making a Will does not need to be complicated. Our Peterborough Wills solicitors will guide you through the process and help you consider the issues that are relevant to your circumstances.
This may include deciding:
Once we understand your wishes, we can prepare a Will that clearly records your intentions and meets the necessary legal requirements.
We will also explain how the Will should be signed and witnessed to help ensure it is valid.
Making a Will is not always a one-off task. As your life changes, it is sensible to review your Will to make sure it continues to reflect your circumstances and wishes.
You may want to review your Will following:
Even if there has not been a major life event, reviewing your Will periodically can help identify whether any changes are needed.
Our solicitors can review an existing Will with you and advise whether it remains suitable or should be updated.
Your executors are responsible for dealing with your estate after your death, so choosing the right people is an important part of making a Will.
Their responsibilities can include identifying your assets and liabilities, dealing with any tax matters, applying for the appropriate Grant of Representation where necessary and distributing your estate in accordance with your Will.
We can explain what the role involves and help you consider who may be suitable to act as your executor.
A Will can be particularly important if you have children or other people who depend on you.
If you have children under 18, your Will can be used to appoint guardians who you would want to care for them if necessary. You can also specify how and when children or other beneficiaries should receive their inheritance.
Depending on your circumstances, a trust within your Will may be appropriate to manage assets on behalf of younger or vulnerable beneficiaries.
Our Wills solicitors can explain the options available and help you put arrangements in place that reflect the needs of your family.
Some estates and family arrangements require additional consideration when preparing a Will.
You may benefit from more detailed advice if you have:
We can help you consider the potential issues and prepare a Will that reflects your circumstances as clearly as possible.
A Will is an important legal document, and having it professionally prepared can give you confidence that your wishes have been clearly recorded and the necessary legal formalities have been considered.
Our solicitors provide a personal and straightforward service, taking the time to understand your family circumstances, assets and priorities before preparing your Will.
When working with us, you can expect:
Our aim is to make the process as straightforward as possible while ensuring you have carefully considered the decisions that matter to you and your family.
Whether you need to make your first Will, update an existing one or would simply like advice about the arrangements you should consider, our Wills solicitors in Peterborough are here to help.
We will discuss your circumstances and wishes, explain the options available and help you put appropriate arrangements in place for the future.
Call 01733 896789 or email hello@fmtsolicitors.co.uk to arrange an appointment with our Wills team.
